Harkin Store, County Highway 21, eight miles northwest of New Ulm, Minnesota
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West Newton, Minnesota |
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Nicollet County, Minnesota |
| State/province: | Minnesota |
| Country: | United States |
| Year built: | 1867 |
| Historic Function: | Business |
| Current Function: | Museum |
| First Owner: | Alexander Harkin |
| Notes: | Minnesota Historical Society Site operated by Nicollet County Historical Society |
The Harkin Store was built by Alexander Harkin in the 1870's, when West Newton Township had a post office, sawmill, grist mill, hotel, and other businesses. Harkin served as justice of the peace, coroner, and postmaster, among other positions.
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